STEM OPT Updates announced from DHS and DOS

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03/04/2022 Written By: Ariel Carpenter, OISS Interim Executive Director (she/her) In mid-January, the Department of Homeland Security announced the addition of 21 academic programs to the STEM Designated Degree Program […]

Gain English Language Skills with TeachESL at WashU

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03/04/2022 Written By: Lara Jennings, International Student and Scholar Advisor Teach English as a Second Language (TeachESL) is a WashU student run learning club that pairs undergraduate English speaking tutors […]

Filing U.S. Taxes

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OISE has partnered with Sprintax Tax Preparation for filing non-resident U.S. Income Tax returns.

Ariel Carpenter

Ariel Carpenter

Ariel oversees the student advising team and services. She also advises international students and alumni in F-1 or J-1 status at WashU See links below to schedule an appointment with […]

Ask An Advisor: Why is ICE calling me?

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10/15/2021 Written By: Lara Jennings, International Student & Scholar Advisor Question: Why did ICE Call me and say my I-94 still needs completed? Answer:  Unfortunately, scammers are always trying to […]

Janka Ribando

Janka Ribando

Janka is an OISS Student Advisor on the Danforth Campus responsible for advising F-1 and J-1 student visas at WashU. See links below to schedule an appointment with Janka. Schedule […]